Most Famous Lighthouses in the World

19/05/2023

Formentor lighthouse

One of the most famous and photographed landmarks in Majorca, Formentor lighthouse lies on the northernmost tip of the Balearic island. Towering some 210 meters above the sea, the lighthouse is perched on top of a lofty cliff with steep drops below it.

Known as Far de Formentor in Spanish, its blinding beacon of light has warned sailors about the dangerous Majorcan coastline ever since 1863. Due to the outstanding natural beauty around it and fantastic views out over the Mediterranean, Far Formentor lighthouse is not to be missed.

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Chania Lighthouse

Lying at the entrance to Chania in Crete’s historic harbor, this delightful lighthouse is not only one of the oldest in Greece and the Mediterranean, but in the entire world. First built by the Venetians towards the end of the 16th century, it was subsequently repaired and re-imagined by the Egyptians, Ottomans, and later on, the Greeks.

As such, the lighthouse certainly boasts an illustrious and interesting history as is evidenced by its unique design, which is reminiscent of a mosque’s minaret. It is its attractive architecture and splendid setting with the city in the background that makes Chania Lighthouse such a popular attraction.

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Moselle river in Germany ❤

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Cochem, Germany

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Lindesnes Lighthouse

Set at the southernmost tip of Norway, Lindesnes is the oldest lighthouse in the country. While the current lighthouse with its bright white walls and red top was only constructed in 1915, the earliest version of the light station dates to 1656. Ever since then, it has demarcated the North Sea from the Baltic Sea and warned sailors about Norway’s perilous coastline.

As it was commandeered by the Germans in World War II, there are now trenches, tunnels, and a small fort for visitors to check out nearby. Set atop rugged rocks with windswept waters before it, Lindesnes Lighthouse is a photographer’s dreams.

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📍Camps Bay, Western Cape, South Africa❤️
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15/05/2023

Makapuu Point Lighthouse

Perched upon the eastern tip of Oahu in Hawaii, Makapuu Point Lighthouse is set in one of the most spectacular locations imaginable, as the waters of the Pacific stretch endlessly before it. Despite only reaching 14 meters in height, the light from its tower can be seen from far and wide thanks to its prominent setting atop a rocky cliff.

Coupled with the bright blue waters of the ocean below, these enormous volcanic cliffs certainly make for an impressive sight with Makapuu Point Lighthouse hidden amongst them. Built in 1906, the lighthouse has long been of the utmost importance as it guides ships from the west coast of the US to Honolulu.

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We have just launched a new Curdies River and Estuary webpage.

Here you can stay updated on all things Curdies and the various projects happening within the catchment, as well as learn about the different agencies working together to deliver outcomes for the Curdies River estuary.

By visiting the page, you can also subscribe to our Curdies Community Update to receive our monthly e-newsletter.

Follow this link: https://ccma.vic.gov.au/projects/curdies-river-and-estuary/

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Galle Lighthouse

Located within the ancient walls of Galle Fort, the lighthouse of the same name has protected and the surrounding waters ever since it was first erected in 1848. While it is the oldest lighthouse in the whole of Sri Lanka, the current lighthouse’s blindingly bright white walls only date to 1939, when it was rebuilt after a devastating fire.

Nestled away on the country’s south coast, its magnificent location at the entrance to Galle Harbour with palm trees all around it makes it one of the most picturesque and photographed landmarks in Galle.